1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (91 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Cortina (122 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Cortina | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
